Assistant Professor of English (African American Literature) Tenure Track

GRINNELL COLLEGE. The Department of English invites applications for a tenure-track appointment in African American Literature beginning Fall 2020. Assistant Professor (Ph.D.) preferred; Instructor (ABD) or Associate Professor possible. Research and teaching interests might include, but are not limited to: critical theory, film, or other interdisciplinary topics.  

Grinnell College is a highly selective undergraduate liberal arts college with a strong tradition of social responsibility. In letters of application, candidates should discuss their potential to contribute to a college community that maintains a diversity of people and perspectives as one of its core values. To be assured of full consideration, all application materials should be received by Oct. 4, 2019. Please visit our application website at https://jobs.grinnell.edu to find more details about the job and submit applications online. Candidates will need to upload a letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcripts (copies are acceptable), three confidential letters of recommendation and provide email addresses for these references, and a scholarly writing sample. Questions about this search should be directed to the search chair, Professor Stephen Andrews, at EnglishSearch@grinnell.edu, or 641-269-4655; fax 651-269-4718.

Grinnell College is committed to establishing and maintaining a safe and nondiscriminatory educational environment for all College community members. It is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in matters of admission, employment, and housing, and in access to and participation in its education programs, services, and activities. The college does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, religion, disability, creed, or any other protected class.

An offer for this position will be contingent on successful completion of a background check